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Trade Assistant

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Work type: Casual

Location: Mackay & Coalfields

Categories: Trade Assistants

We Want You

We have exciting opportunities available for motivated Trade Assistants to join our team on both rostered and adhoc assignments. Working alongside experienced tradespeople, you will gain valuable experience on a range of heavy mining equipment while building a long-term career in the mining industry. Opportunity to develop into a trade-based apprenticeship for the right candidates

The position would suit a candidate who has experience working with Diggers & Drills.

About The Role

Immediate startCompetitive hourly ratesRostered & Adhoc rolesDIDOWeekly pay

The Successful Applicant, Will Have

Experience working in a mining environment Coal Board Medical Experience working with Diggers and DrillsStandard 11 Statement of Attainment Current HR Drivers Licence (Desirable) Working at Heights (Desirable)Confined Spaces (Desirable) Gas Test Atmospheres (Desirable) EWP (Desirable) Problem solving and decision-making skillsGreat communication and interpersonal skillsHave the proven ability to liaise with both management and clientsUncompromising attitude to safetyAbility to meet site requirements

These are challenging roles that will deliver great rewards to the right candidates. We are looking for people who are self-motivated and results driven to join our team.

Why Join Us?

Not only will you receive a competitive wage, we also have great employee benefits on offer,



such as:Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Above legislation SuperannuationThe prospect to continue to build the team with the employee referral scheme (an extra way for you to earn additional money)Salary packaging – such as Novate leasingPrivate Health discounts Length of Service Recognition awards

These are challenging roles that will deliver great rewards to the right candidates. We are looking for people who are self-motivated and results driven to join our team.

About Us

Established in 2005 as CQ Field Mining Services, FMS Group has grown from a regional provider into a diversified, multi-division organisation delivering integrated solutions across Australia and Papua New Guinea. Our growth reflects a strong focus on capability, innovation, and meeting evolving client needs, with key expansions including PNG (2013), WA (2017), and the formation of Field Mining Services Group in 2019.

Since then, we have strengthened our service offering through specialised divisions spanning Safety Lift Solutions, engineering, electrical, onsite machining, and parts and equipment, alongside infrastructure maintenance projects and the acquisition of Schlam CRU in 2025. Rebranded as FMS Group in 2024, we are now a fully integrated, one-stop solution for mobile and fixed plant maintenance, shutdowns,



infrastructure projects, and capital equipment sales across mining, construction, oil and gas, marine, and renewables.

Interested in knowing more about us: About FMS Group | Heavy Industry Services Since 2005

Delivering the best……every time.

FMS Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we value diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from diverse cultures, perspectives, skills and experiences within our workforce. All employment will be based on merit, competence, performance and business needs.

We respectfully request no recruitment agency approaches.

Advertised: 28 Jul 2026 E. Australia Standard Time

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